President William Ruto has called on leaders to take their focus on the 2027 general elections and focus on serving the people.
He said it was unfair for elected leaders to engage Kenyans in campaigns three years ahead of the next general election.
The President reminded the leaders that the 2027 polls will be decided by the people who they should prioritise now by offering services and fulfilling their 2022 campaign pledges.
“Let us focus on delivering the commitments we made to the people of Kenya and not on how to win the next election. I’m confident we will make this country great,” he said.
The President made the remarks during the launch of the African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa (AIPCA) Central-Western Arch-Diocese at Ngangarithi Primary School in Nyeri county.
Ruto also called on leaders to set aside their political differences and work together to advance the country’s development agenda.
He pointed out that the government was keen on transforming Kenya to make it a country that every Kenyan will be proud of.
“Let us use this opportunity to build our nation, plan for development projects such as roads, water, education, health, jobs, housing and markets,” he said.
Support for families of Hillside fire tragedy
The President took the opportunity to speak on the recent fire tragedy that claimed the lives of 21 pupils at Hillside Endarasha Academy.
The Head of State said the government will support the families of those who lost their children in the tragedy.
He said pupils who lost personal effects will also be offered help by the government.
“After the completion of investigation, we will seek ways of helping the school so that it can continue to educate the children,” he said
Enhanced service delivery
Speaking earlier in Nairobi, Ruto directed the Interior Ministry to make each of the constituencies in Nairobi a subcounty.
The President explained that this would enhance service delivery and ensure that no part of the county is left behind.
Currently, Nairobi county has 17 constituencies and 11 subcounties.
Ruto assured Nairobi residents that the Kenya Kwanza administration has elaborate plans to address the county's education, water, sewerage and street lighting needs.
He said the government will work with Nairobi leaders to ensure the city lives up to its expectations.
“Nairobi is our capital city. As the national government, we have a special interest in Nairobi,” he said.
On provision of water in the capital city, the President said more would be supplied from Ndaka-inì Dam and other sources to address shortages in the county and its environs.
